For longer races (and even for some not so longer ones), you may find yourself at the race bag check. What is it and how do you pack for it? I'm so glad you asked. What Is Bag Check? Bag check is a service offered at some events (generally larger ones), where you can literally "check" a bag ...
runners' roundup
what to pack for race bag check
my favorite pre-race foods
Settling on your favorite pre-race foods can take some time and patience. It's a difficult balance of figuring out what works to fuel your body for the work ahead, what settles well in your tummy, and what tastes good. My biggest challenge with race day fueling is that I generally run on almost ...
how runners can beat the heat
Running in summertime means we need ways to beat the heat. It can be uncomfortable, if not dangerous, to run in extreme temperatures (hot or cold), so we need to take care of ourselves to ensure we stay healthy and safe. Stay Out Of The Sun The easiest way to beat the heat is to stay out of ...
i completed a 30 day run streak
At the end of May, a friend posted information to a 30 Day Run Streak, called Streaking With The Cool Kids. The idea was for participants to run, jog, or walk one dedicated mile every day of June. At first, I was intimidated by the idea of sticking with a streak. I had some travel scheduled in ...
top things female runners hate
While running is great, there are some things that female runners hate. These are things that come up that can make training and races awkward, uncomfortable, or, in some cases, hostile experiences. Obviously, I can only speak for myself, but these are the things I want no part of as a female ...
race report: march to get screened 5k (3.28.21)
March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and what better way to show support than with our local March To Get Screened 5K? This is always a fantastic event, and I was so happy to be able to participate in the in-person race. For the 12th year, Borland Groover brought the March To ...
